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October 24, 2023
What is Kraft Tape?
Kraft Tape, also known as gummed tape, is made from a kraft paper backing, a high-strength paper derived from chemically-treated wood pulp. The roll of kraft paper is coated on one side with a starch-based adhesive that requires water activation to become sticky. Kraft tape dispensers are equipped with sponges and/or moistening brushes that apply a thin layer of water to the tape to activate it. The kraft paper backing is durable and resistant to tearing, splitting, moisture, and common contaminants like dust and dirt. The water-activated adhesive is so strong that it penetrates the fibers of cardboard and paper packaging, creating a powerful and tamper-proof seal.
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October 19, 2023If you run a shipping company or do a lot of business by mail, make sure you’re using the right supplies to ship your products. Watch for these signs!
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October 17, 2023Do you do a lot of business by mail and are worried about the security of your stuff? Here are a few tips for keeping your product secure during shipping.
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October 12, 2023An efficient mailroom is a profitable mailroom. Make sure you set up yours with the essential equipment and supplies every mailroom should have.
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October 10, 2023
If you plan to do business with international customers, prepare to deal with the issues of shipping things overseas. You can save time, money, and clients!
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October 05, 2023
Masking tape is one of the most popular kinds of tape out there. Beloved by DIY-ers across the world, masking tape is used for a wide variety of applications, including painting, labeling, sealing, and more. However, masking tape is commonly confused with another, rather similar tape: painter’s tape. Painter’s tape is, in fact, a kind of masking tape, but with a few key features that set it apart. In this article, we will explore what these different tapes are, what they do, and why all painter’s tapes are masking tapes, but not all masking tapes are painter’s tapes.
What is Masking Tape?
While some masking tapes are made from plastics like polyethylene terephthalate (PET) or polyvinyl chloride (PVC), most masking tape is made from crepe paper. Crepe paper is a strong tissue paper that prevents substances from bleeding through the material, yet is still light enough to be easily torn by hand.
Masking tape is a pressure-sensitive tape,
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September 26, 2023
There’s nothing more exciting than seeing a package on your front door when you get home—it’s like Christmas morning. However, you’d be even more amazed if you knew about the process it took to get the item to your door. Packaging and supply companies go through a lot of work to bring you your packages. This article will discuss factors to consider when packaging a product so that you can develop a newfound appreciation for the items on your doorstep.
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September 25, 2023
Masking tape is quickly becoming one of the most popular household items, and it’s not hard to see why. This low-cost and durable material is perhaps one of the most versatile tools one can keep around their house. Artists and DIY-ers around the world seem to find newer and greater uses for masking tape, but for the sake of this article, let’s go back to basics. Today, we will be answering three of the biggest questions related to masking tape: what is it, what makes it different from painter’s tape, and what is masking tape used for?
What is Masking Tape?
Masking tape is typically made from crepe paper backing, although some masking tapes are made from alternative backing materials like polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). The backing material is coated with a layer of adhesive and, as a pressure-sensitive tape, sticks to surfaces with only a light application of pressure.
Manufacturers will either use a
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September 22, 2023
What is Carton Sealing Tape?
Carton Sealing Tape is a standard type of tape that is primarily used to seal packages for handling, shipping, and storage. Also known as packing tape or box sealing tape, this tape is highly versatile because it generally sticks well to most surfaces and is strong enough for most applications.
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